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  1. Cattle on show at Newport Show
    A popular annual show with food, livestock, crafts and live entertainment.
    1. 11 Jul 2026
  2. Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena
    1. Armed Forces Day Telford
      Armed Forces Family Fun Day returns to Telford for the national Armed Forces Day celebration.
      1. 28 Jun 2026
    2. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
      1. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
        1. 12 Jul 2026
      2. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
        Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
        1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

      Things To Do Highlights

      Telford Town Park Waterplay

      Looking for something a little different to do next time you visit Telford Town Park? Why not visit…

      Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

      Get closer to the metal that makes our world at the National Trust’s Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron. 

      Frontage of Telford Theatre, Oakengates showing Green and Purple colours to the building

      Telford's largest live entertainment venue hosting a wide range of entertainment to suite everyone

      The Old Coracle Shed

      The Ironbridge Coracle Trail is a very pleasant 20 minute walk along the River Severn between the…

      Telford Town Park

      Telford Town Park is a multi award-winning park located in the heart of Telford and close to…

      Wellington Orbit

      Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

      Wroxeter Roman Cityu

      Discover urban-living 2,000 years ago at Viriconium (Wroxeter) - once the fourth largest city in…

      Alpaca Meet & Greet

      The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

      Golf Course

      HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Par 72, 18 hole championship golf course 6741 yard course Designed by renowned…

      Off exploring Ropewalk

      Severn Gorge Countryside Trust is an independent Charitable Trust and Limited Company. The Trust…

      Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

      Beautiful and natural flowers with a touch of the wild. Promotes sustainability and supports local…

      XscapeNow

      Telford’s award winning escape room. Six different themed escape rooms

      English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

      Lilleshall Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian Abbey in peaceful rural setting close to the…

      Frankly Farm Tours

      Intimate and personal animal encounters that are frankly unforgettable, in a beautiful setting.

      Airea51 main arena

      AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

      Footpath through woodland

      Walking is a fantastic way to explore the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site whether you’re a…

      Various breads including sourdough, focaccia, hot cross buns, Shropshire butter bun, cinnamon knot, tiger bread

      A bread making school in Ironbridge with in-person and online classes teaching you how to make…

      Meet the Mini Moos

      Meet, feed and pet Europe's smallest and cutest cows!

      Lucy Young Ceramics, Maws Craft Centre, Ironbridge

      Discover the joy of pottery at Lucy Young Ceramics, based at the historic Maws Craft Centre in…

      Mini Raft Hire

      Shropshire Raft Tours provides a range of water sports based on the River Severn in The Gorge…

      Exterior of Southwater Library illuminated in with purple lights

      Southwater Library is on the first floor in Southwater One, an iconic gold building located in the…

      Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

      Daisy Askins offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in the Ironbridge Gorge.

      Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

      Take on the challenge of 36 different obstacles set over 2 levels, test your nerves on the lower…

      What's On Highlights

      Apley Farm Shop Nature Trail

      Help find the missing magic seeds on a fun, family-friendly nature trail at Apley

      Openings

      Season

      23rd April 2026-31st December 2026
      Wolf Awareness Weekend

      Discover wolves at Hoo Zoo with activities and insights into their behaviour and pack life.

      Openings

      Season

      15th August 2026-16th August 2026
      Foraging basket workshop

      Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

      Openings

      Season

      20th September 2026
      The Gingerbread Man

      Charming family show with music, adventure and a heart warming journey home.

      Openings

      Season

      1st August 2026
      The Railway Children

      The Railway Children retold with humour and imagination for family audiences.

      Openings

      Season

      23rd August 2026
      The Wind In The Willows

      Open-air Wind in the Willows at Telford Town Park.

      Openings

      Season

      23rd July 2026
      Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

      Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.

      Openings

      Season

      12th September 2026
      The World Famous Iron Bridge

      Celebrate Ironbridge’s heritage with music, arts, coracle display and more!

      Openings

      Season

      11th September 2026-20th September 2026
      Comedy Club 4 Kids

      Top stand-up comedy for families, without the rude bits.

      Openings

      Season

      2nd August 2026
      Armed Forces Day Telford

      Armed Forces Family Fun Day returns to Telford for the national Armed Forces Day celebration.

      Openings

      11am - 5pm

      28th June 2026
      Eyton

      Wellington Walking Festival is back this year with another varied programme of walks to suit all…

      Openings

      Season

      8th September 2026-14th September 2026
      Berry Basket Workshop

      A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

      Openings

      Season

      1st November 2026
      A photo collage of of three comedians. Left to right they are David Eagle performing onstage, Jason Neale frowning at the cameria, and Tal Davies posi

      Outdoor comedy night with Jay Neale, Tal Davies and headliner David Eagle.

      Openings

      Season

      14th August 2026
      Cattle on show at Newport Show

      A popular annual show with food, livestock, crafts and live entertainment.

      Openings

      Season

      11th July 2026
      Digbeth Dining Club

      A day of incredible street food, great music, and unbeatable vibes.

      Openings

      12 - 6pm

      11th July 2026-12th July 2026
      Robin Hood Rescues The Forest

      Interactive Robin Hood adventure packed with music, humour and eco themes.

      Openings

      Season

      1st August 2026
      International Primate Day

      Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

      Openings

      Season

      5th September 2026-6th September 2026
      Treasure Island

      Treasure Island adventure with pirates, music and family fun in Telford Town Park.

      Openings

      Season

      8th August 2026
      Jeeves and Wooster in 'Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves'

      A classic comedy adventure, part of Telford Theatre on Tour.

      Openings

      Season

      22nd July 2026
      Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

      Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

      Openings

      10am - 8pm

      5th September 2026
      An illustration of a woolly mammoth with Nigel's headshot inserted

      Experience Prehistoric Park with Nigel Marven LIVE at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, where the…

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      29th August 2026-30th August 2026
      A wild west gun shooter pictured in full costume

       Yeehaw, partner! Saddle up for a Wild West Weekend at Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      4th July 2026-5th July 2026
      Two people meeting in a woodland setting; a woman crouching on a wall and a man holding an umbrella over his head.

      Inspired by Shakespeare’s tempestuous bardic verses, this outdoor theatre follows shipwrecked souls…

      Openings

      Season

      8th August 2026
      Hickory's Smokehouse Quiz Night

      Monthly quiz night at Hickory’s Telford with great food, friendly rivalry and a £50 prize.

      Openings

      First Monday of every month

      4th May 2027

      Where to Stay Highlights

      Premier Inn Newport Telford

      Situated on the edge of the historic market town of Newport, the 83-bedroom Premier Inn…

      Badgers Wood

      Stay at Badgers Wood – Your Woodland Retreat Beside Hoo Zoo Nestled within a peaceful private…

      The Hundred House Hotel

      Award winning Restaurant & Gardens with 10 individually styled en suite rooms. Always a friendly…

      voco Telford Ironbridge

      Contemporary Telford hotel with leisure facilities, dining and easy access to local landmarks.

      Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

      Romantic hillside hideaway with views of Ironbridge and easy access to the Wharfage.

      Chauffeurs Loft

      Relaxing retreat with valley views in historic Coalbrookdale.

      The outside of The Summer House

      The Summer Houses is a unique and romantic Grade II listed tower and the perfect choice for a…

      Temple of Diana

      A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

      Coalport Station Holidays

      Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

      Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

      Spectacular Views of the World's First Iron Bridge - Stay in an Award winning Holiday Home in…

      TEL;Scouts Meadow

      Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge, Scout's Meadow is tucked away through…

      YHA Coalbrookdale

      YHA Ironbridge Coalbrookdale is located within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, home to 10…

      Ironbridge Holidays

      Welcome to Ironbridge Holidays, a premier collection of self catering  accommodation in the famous…

      Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

      Moreton Hall Farm is an equisite 19th century working farm with self catering cottages, in Newport,…

      The Swan Taphouse

      Where authentic American Pit BBQ & English Classics come together with one big bite. Enjoyed with a…

      The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

      Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge…

      The White Hart

      Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

      Hadley Park House

      Hadley Park House Hotel is an award-winning four-star luxury hotel and wedding venue in Telford.…

      The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

      Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site…

      Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

      Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House is set in the quiet village of Coalbrookdale, just a mile from the…

      The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

      There are 6 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the connected Georgian House, with the large…

      News and blog

      Inspiration

      1. New voco hotel opens in Telford

        The Southwater Event Group, (SEG) today announces that the Holiday Inn Telford-Ironbridge has officially rebranded to voco Telford Ironbridge.

        14 May 2026
      2. National Trust to reopen Ironbridge Gorge sites in phases from spring 2026

        The National Trust has confirmed further details on the phased reopening of Ironbridge Gorge sites, with several key attractions set to welcome visitors from May.

        29 Apr 2026
      3. XscapeNow launches new 'Sultan's Secret' attraction

        A six-figure immersive experience, a 90-minute adventure with live actors, and a UK-first finale set to put Telford firmly on the map.

        20 Apr 2026
      4. RAF Museum Midlands joint top of Which's best UK museums list

        The RAF Museum Midlands is proud to announce it has been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status in the prestigious ‘Best Museums and Galleries in the UK’ category.

        14 Apr 2026
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